Your Gateway to Scenic Serenity

Nestled along the stunning shores of Lake Pepin, our charming village is best reached by car. Many visitors escape the hustle and bustle of nearby urban areas for a peaceful retreat just a short drive away. Regional airports nearby make flying in easy, and renting a car lets you explore at your own pace. Once you arrive, everything is within reach by foot, bike, or car. A little planning goes a long way—and the scenic drive here is part of the charm.

Navigating Your Path

  • Minneapolis – Saint Paul International Airport – (MSP): Approximately 77 miles from Pepin.
  • Rochester International Airport – (RST): Around 63 miles to the southwest.
  • Chippewa Valley Regional Airport – (EAU): About 58 miles to the northeast.

These airports offer various flight options and are within a reasonable diving distance to Pepin.

MSP Airport
Rochester Airport
Chippewa Airport

 

Pepin is ideally situated just a 1-2 hour drive to several major urban areas, making it the perfect quick escape to unwind and recharge.

Some of the main highways used to reach Pepin:

  • Wisconsin Highway 35 (WI‑35) — this is a primary north–south route along the western border of Wisconsin (along the Mississippi River). Many suggested directions into Pepin use WI‑35. 

 

  • From the east side / interior of Wisconsin, you may use:

    • WI‑85 — this runs east–west in the region and can help connect to WI‑35. 

    • Various county roads and connectors (especially as you get into more rural areas) to join the main routes near Pepin.

 

Directions to Pepin, WI

Scenic / Alternative Routes & Considerations

  • Great River Road — Pepin lies along the Great River Road (a scenic byway following the Mississippi River). If you like scenic drives, portions of WI‑35 along the river are quite picturesque. 

  • Some county roads and rural roads may offer more direct or more scenic shortcuts once you’re near the region, but these may be narrower, slower, or less well maintained.

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